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Ngā Kura ā Iwi is a movement that has evolved due to the incredible effort, commitment and sacrifice of many elders, community leaders, families, schools, teachers and students. We will always be thankful for the efforts of many which has enabled Ngā Kura ā Iwi to contribute to the advancement of our people. Tēnei te mihi o te ngākau ki a koutou katoa.​It is an honour to serve ngā Kura ā Iwi as we strive to support the aspirations of our iwi, our families, our schools and communities. Our role is to support the aspirations of iwi (tribes), whānau (families) and kura (schools) by;

Establishing and supporting opportunities for our people to work together and learn from each other.

Facilitating opportunities to support the capability building of iwi, hapū, school boards, principals, staff and students.

Advocating on a national and international level for the rights and aspirations of our iwi, families, schools, staff and students.

Establishing and nurturing partnerships with tribal entities, government agencies and the private sector to support our kaupapa (mission) and strategic priorities.

We are thankful for the treasures left to us by our ancestors and excited about the future for our people.

We will begin 2019 with 32 Kura in our membership, all of which are committed to fulfilling the aspirations of Iwi. Ngā Kura ā Iwi have developed a new series of events and initiative for 2019 that include a range of PLD opportunities in Te Reo Māori, Pāngarau and NCEA. The strategic priorities have been identified by the Executive Ringa Raupā group and are reflected in the 2019 Annual Plan.

Our Work

Professional DevelopmentFor Boards, Principals, Teachers & Staff

Ngā Kura ā Iwi o Aotearoa (NKAI) offers a range of professional development opportunities my making connections between the needs of our membership with proven PLD providers, or professionals in the field of expertise that is required. The NKAI membership is also full of experts who generously share their knowledge and experience with fellow colleagues.

​It is exciting to see the number of new Principals that have been appointed to our Kura in the past two years. Almost a third of NKAI Kura have a Principal that has been in the role for two years or less. NKAI is supporting new Principals to participate in the 'First Time Principals' support program with Evaluation Associates with the intention to also connect those Principals with successful experienced Principals within our own network. We look forward to discussing the possibilities with the Principals involved.

​Thanks to Te Kura o Hīrangi, Ngāti Tūwhareroa will be hosting this years iwi conference in Tūrangi. The event to be held 8-10 June 2018, is an opportunity for members to witness and engage in the work of one of our Kura. To see how that Kura reflects the uniqueness of their Iwi into the education of their uri, their tamariki mokopuna.

Event completed. The 2019 Leadership Conference program is on its way!

National Conference 2018For Boards, Principals, Teachers & Staff

The programme for the 2018 National Conference will look and feel renewed with a fresh focus on the priority needs of the membership. The event will include a series of hands on workshops, guest presenters and lectures that will have targeted outcomes for attendees. The conference will also be an opportunity to celebrate the significant achievements and contribution of those from each of our Kura at an Awards Dinner to be held during the Conference. More information will be released on this event in the coming weeks.​The cost of this conference will be $100.00 (plus GST) per person which includes the cost of the conference, accommodation for one night, meals and the Pō Whakamānawa.

Advocacy & Partnerships​​Government & Private

A key area for the NKAI organisation is the role it plays as an advocate for Māori Medium Education. NKAI is often invited to the table of many government agencies to represent the interests of our membership.

Student Leadership Conference 2018Kura offer students many opportunities to lead. NKAI together with Kura from Tainui Waikato will host a Leadership Conference in December 2018 with the aim of preparing student leaders for their roles in 2019 at their various schools. The student conference will provide a number of opportunities to learn and practice the skills necessary to lead their schools, while receiving practical advice from graduates and other NKAI inspirers.

Whanaungatanga, Kotahitanga Tau 4-8Coming together to be one is the theme for this years Kura Tuatahi event. Kura are encouraged and will be supported by NKAI to host an event that promotes whanaungatanga and kotahitanga for Years 4-8.

If your kura is interested in hosting a NKAI Whanaungatanga event, contact our Pou Tiaki Te Rāhui August Sutherland for more details.

Ngā Kura ā Iwi o Aotearoa Organisational Structure

The diagram below reflects a revised structure of Ngā Kura ā Iwi (NKAI) as set out in our updated Constitution in 2017. The Society now has one Chairperson and the Governance arm (Ngā Ringa Raupā) consists of a representative from each of the NKAI schools. Ngā Ringa Raupā has an Executive Board who meet monthly and work closely with the Management team, Ngā Ringa Wera (NKAI Office) and report back to Ngā Ringa Raupā and the wider NKAI stakeholder groups (Te Maru o Ngā Kura ā Iwi o Aotearoa).